Library Assistant - Singapore - ISE ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute

ISE ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute
ISE ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute
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2 weeks ago

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[What the role is]


The ISEAS - Yusof Ishak Institute is a leading research centre dedicated to the study of socio-political, security and economic trends and developments in Southeast Asia and its wider geostrategic and economic environment.

Library Assistant (2-Year Contract)

[What you will be working on]


Job Responsibilities:

  • Support the Collection Development Librarian in the development of the Library's collection by assisting with the acquisitions of new materials for ISEAS Library users
  • Assist with the purchasing of new books and serials
  • Coordinate and manage vendors to receive goods, and submit and maintain documentation in line with established administrative and financial procedures
  • Receive, process, and carry out basic copycataloguing of library materials in various formats
  • Management of collections to provide convenient, timely access to materials
  • Assist in the collation and compilation of relevant data for reports
  • Assist in running of Library's daily operations and provide good customer service, e.g. handle basic reference and circulation enquiries, manning the Library Counter, user education, and promotional activities
  • Any other duties as required
[What we are looking for]


Required qualifications and skillsets:

  • At least three years of relevant library work experience, particularly in academic or special library environments
  • Meticulous, organised, and independent selfstarter who takes initiative and pays attention to detail
  • Possess good time management, teamwork and communication skills
  • Willing to learn, able to multitask and complete tasks with tight deadlines independently
  • Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Microsoft Excel
  • Able to work with figures/numbers and write reports
  • A Diploma in Information Studies, Library Science or related disciplines, or equivalent qualifications would be an advantage
  • Familiarity with government procurement and/or GeBIZ would be an advantage
  • Familiarity with library software (SirsiDynix Symphony) and OCLC Connexion software would be an advantage
  • Knowledge of Southeast Asian languages would be an advantage
Applicants will be notified if they are shortlisted within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.
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